Senior Security Systems Training Lab Lead

Chenega Agile Real Time Solutions, LLC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Agile Real Time Solutions, LLC seeks an ESS Training Lab Manager to lead the operation and enhancement of a hands-on training facility for electronic security systems. You will oversee access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, networking, servers, and training systems to ensure readiness for instruction.

The role requires 8+ years in security systems and 3+ years in lab management, with strong systems administration and cybersecurity fundamentals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, cybersecurity, electronics engineering technology, engineering, security management, or a related field.
• Eight years of experience supporting electronic security systems and related environments.
• Three years of experience managing a laboratory or training facility.
• Experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting security systems and networks.
• Knowledge of systems administration, cybersecurity best practices, and preventive maintenance.
• Pass background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation, readiness, and maintenance of the ESS Training Lab and associated training systems.
• Ensure all security platforms and related systems remain operational for training activities.
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, and replacements.
• Maintain software, OS, firmware, cybersecurity patches, backups, and licensing.
• Administer user accounts, virtual environments, servers, workstations, and network devices.
• Maintain laboratory configurations, inventory, network diagrams, equipment records, and technical documentation.
• Support instructors by preparing lab environments and equipment for course delivery.
• Coordinate with vendors and customers to support training objectives and updates.
• Assist in budgeting, procurement, and lifecycle replacement planning for training systems.

Skills

Security systems knowledge

Laboratory management

Cybersecurity basics

Troubleshooting skills

Customer/vendor coordination

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field

Tools

LenelS2 OnGuard

Genetec Security Center

Milestone XProtect

Software House CCURE

Job description

Chenega Agile Real Time Solutions, LLC seeks an ESS Training Lab Manager to lead the operation and enhancement of a hands-on training facility for electronic security systems. You will oversee access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, networking, servers, and training systems to ensure readiness for instruction.

The role requires 8+ years in security systems and 3+ years in lab management, with strong systems administration and cybersecurity fundamentals.